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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1899
Page
5
Carriers will distribute The Tribune year book to regular subscribers as a January gift. The volume gathers valuable information in indexed form for reference and will be sold at a small charge, the proceeds serving as a New Year remembrance for punctual delivery throughout the year.
The article argues thatwith Quay likely to be reelected the political scene will harden, a strong leadership emerge in the next legislature, and Executive policy may shift. It warns against vindictive maneuvers and calls for a steadier course for the public good amid upcoming state governance changes.
A long editorial argues against capital punishment for a female murderer, praising imprisonment over the scaffold and urging humane, measured justice. It lauds national progress, economic strength, and democratic virtue while noting the need to defer naming Judge Reeder's successor until his funeral.
The article notes historical changes in crime policy with a debate over retaliation versus reform and reports Lackawanna county will tomorrow contribute a speaker to the state House of Representatives, described as a good choice.
Observers note the shift from Spanish rule to American led governance as Cuba moves toward self government. Critics warn against rapid reforms while praising steps toward stabilizing the island and guiding its path to republican prosperity despite mixed signals from local factions.
The text extols Major General James H. Wilson, then military governor of Matanzas, as an capable American leader for Cuba. It argues expansion is constitutional and asserts the best way to keep the American flag over Cuba is to win popular support among locals. The prose also comments on Senator Magee and the Republicaniam stance.
The article outlines a proposed American colonial government in the Philippines with home rule for internal affairs under American experts, while maintaining American control over finance, customs, and defense. It also reports Alaska weather data, prices, and wages, noting unusually mild winter and varied living costs and employment pay across sectors.
The article notes theater seating and weekly engagement earnings, then discusses medical practice in Dawson with about 75 physicians and 10–12 actively engaged in June. It reports consultation charges at 8 dollars and patient costs for prescriptions, plus a Venezuela industry push and funeral ware issues in Caracus and Porto Rico with vivid fashion observations.
The Philadelphia Press tables show results by state with details on presidential ballots, noting Florida differs with no auto ticket, and the overall tally compiled. Data includes counties and figures, highlighting statewide outcomes and regional variations in voter support.
The Wilkes-Barre Leader acknowledges receipt of the Scranton Tribune Year Book for IS4O and commends its excellent quality. It praises the volume as well printed, richly illustrated, and full of interesting material reflecting credit on its compilers and publishers.
Our Clearing Sale of Cloaks begins at once with deep price cuts on every garment in stock. No delay, no half measures, no delays to profits as demand peaks in winter. We offer stylish cloaks at a fraction of early season costs, a wise loss taken cheerfully to benefit buyers.
The notice lists discounted prices on ladies, misses, and children's jackets and capes. Original prices ranged from 3.98 to 10.98 with sale prices from 1.98 to 7.98 across multiple styles.
A celebratory New Year message from locha Reilly and Davies extends peaceful wishes to honest people worldwide. The note praises prosperity in Northeastern Pennsylvania and lists numerous towns and communities, closing with well wishes from the dealers in boots shoes and rubbers on Wyoming Avenue.
G W Pritz offers a broad holiday assortment with prices from 25 cents to 65 dollars. Featured items include harness robes sleigh bells trunks traveling bags shopping bags chatelaine bags dress suit cases telescopes and various ladies and gents travel and writing accessories.
The stock of fancy silks is offered from one dollar to eighty four ten and some pieces priced to clear. This sale features a wide range of fabrics suitable for garments and decorative use with bold value through the assortment.
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